The U.S. WNT rallied from an early 2-0 deficit but ultimately overpowered the French in a 4-2 Olympic opening victory. Here were a few of my insightful random thoughts during the match:

1. Umm … is this really the Olympics? If the Opening Ceremony isn’t until Friday then why are we playing games on Tuesday? I don’t get it. This feels a little like singing the national anthem 10 minutes into the action.

2. This might not be as easy as I thought. I’d previously laughed at the chances of some of the participating countries as I chanted my motto: if it ain’t Germany or Japan, then I don’t give a damn. But then we spotted the French two goals in the opening minutes of the opener and I decided maybe there’s a reason the Olympic Committee allowed these other teams to participate after all.

Boston College senior-to-be Kristie Mewis is earning an invaluable apprenticeship with the Women’s National Team. The young standout is currently training with the senior squad in advance of the Olympics and is making a strong impression on the program.

Mewis, who comes from a talented soccer family, has a bright future and is sure to become a familiar face for the WNT in the years to come.